Ice machines make clear ice by running water over a cold plate or grid, and that water leaves minerals behind, which is why cleaning and descaling come up on so many repair calls. Below are the companies within reach of Algonquin, sorted by how closely they match ice machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Ice Machine Repair in Algonquin, IL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Algonquin. 2 list an address in Algonquin, and the rest are spread across Elgin (11), Lake in the Hills (6), and Carpentersville (3). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Doctor and Hvac Repair Corp, around 0.8 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Algonquin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.2, 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
The leading options for Algonquin are CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (19.7 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chicagoland Appliance Repair (25.9 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Crystal Lake, 4.4 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Why Ice Machines Slow Down or Stop
When to Call About an Undercounter Ice Maker
- Ice stuck to the plate or grid in a sheet
- Water leaking under the machine or cabinet
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Cloudy, soft or thin ice
Inside an Ice Machine Repair Visit
Is your ice maker inside a refrigerator rather than a separate machine? That is a different repair; see ice maker repair for Algonquin. Ice maker repair in Algonquin.
Related guides: repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or ice maker repair cost.
Water, Drains and Power
Use copper or PEX tubing for the ice maker connection; polyethylene tubing and piercing-type or small saddle valves are not recommended because they restrict flow and clog more easily. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Ice Machine?
Ice machine repairs range from a cleaning and descaling visit to a pump, a valve or a control. Published ranges:
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What Algonquin Owners Should Know
Most ice machine calls in Algonquin come down to water supply, scale, drains and pumps, dirty condensers and harvest controls.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Algonquin Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on my ice machine brand and type (undercounter, built-in, freestanding or countertop)?
Ice Machine Repair FAQs: Algonquin, IL
Do you cover Algonquin and nearby towns?
Why is my undercounter ice maker leaking?
Do you repair countertop nugget ice makers?
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Write down the brand, model and serial number from the label behind the front grille or inside the door, and note any blinking light or code. It saves a Algonquin technician a trip for parts.